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Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions?  Don't worry, we have your answers.  Many members of Theta Tau were confused about Fraternities and Greeks when they first arrived on campus.  Hopefully, our FAQ section can help clear up any misconception.  If you would like any additional info, please feel free to contact us.

What is Theta Tau?
We are a Professional Engineering Fraternity, which means we accept into membership students pursuing degrees in engineering and some related fields. As a fraternal organization, we act as Brothers more than as members; helping each other and making a home for one another.

What is a Greek?  What is a Greek Organization?
Greek organizations are simply fraternities or sororities.  They are called "Greek" because the Greek alphabet is often used to name such organizations.  A "Greek" is someone that is a member of a fraternity or sorority.

What is Rush?
Rush is the time during the school year when fraternities and sororities become acquainted with students that might wish to join.  This time period is also useful to students, allowing them to look at all of their options.  At SDSM&T, Rush is during the entire fall semester.

Many schools conduct Rush twice a year, and Rush only lasts for a limited amount of time such as a week or two. The staff and students of Mines have wisely chosen to use the entire fall semester as Rush. This way, we can get to know those prospective members that wish to join the House well enough to decide if we wish to invite them to join. Additionally, this allows students to get to know the members of a fraternity better so they can decide which fraternity to join if they receive an invitation to do so.

How do I join Theta Tau?
 

The Brothers of our Fraternity spend the Rush period trying to get to know prospective members. At regular meetings, we vote on new members. Any student must receive a unanimous vote by the members to be invited to join. At the end of the fall semester, invitations (or "bids") are handed out to students.

How do you get a bid? The best way to approach Rush is to check out all of the fraternities, and get to know the members of each. This can be easily done at events held by Theta Tau, although you are welcome to stop by anytime!

Upon receiving a unanimous vote, a student will receive a bid at the end of the fall semester. That student may then choose to pledge to the fraternity. During 2 - 3 months in the Spring semester, students are involved in activities at the Greek House they have pledged.